Minnesota Administrative Rules

2400.2705 STANDARDS FOR CIVIC AND INSTITUTIONAL USES.

Subpart 1.

Monuments, memorials, and commemorative works.

Monuments, memorials, and commemorative works structures must be approved for placement under Minnesota Statutes, section 15B.05, subdivision 3.

A.

All commemorative works for the Capitol area must meet the following objectives:

(1)

to preserve the integrity of the Capitol area;

(2)

to ensure that such works are appropriately designed, constructed, and located;

(3)

to maintain the dignity of existing memorials;

(4)

to ensure that the subject is of lasting significance to the people of the state;

(5)

to reflect the diversity of the state's people and culture, yet not be partisan in nature; and

(6)

to provide an enriching experience that illuminates underlying values and broadens understanding of the state's heritage and culture.

B.

The commemorative work must be consistent with and meet the conditions of the following board documents:

(1)

Comprehensive Plan for the State Capitol Area, 1998, as amended in 2009;

(2)

Specific Actions for Implementation of the Comprehensive Plan for the State Capitol Area, February 1998; and

(3)

Commemorative Works in the Capitol Area: A Framework for Initiation, Evaluation and Implementations of Commemorative Works in the Capitol Area, May 1993.

These documents are incorporated by reference and are available at the board's office and Web site and the State Law Library. They are not subject to frequent change.

Subp. 2.

G-2 District underground structures.

Underground structures in the G-2 District containing uses permitted in the G-1 District are permitted under the following conditions:

A.

the location and type of landscaping shall preserve and enhance the Capitol area;

B.

safeguards for erosion control shall be provided that include, but are not limited to, landscaping and seeding of topsoil;

C.

reasonable documentation satisfactory to the board that soil conditions will not cause damage to adjacent property shall be provided;

D.

vistas of the Capitol shall remain intact; and

E.

only aboveground uses that are essential to the operation of underground structures shall be permitted, including, but not limited to, ventilation shafts. These aboveground accessory uses shall in no way detract from the Capitol area.

Subp. 3.

Day care facilities.

Day care facilities must conform to all applicable state and city licensing standards for day care facilities. A fence at least 3-1/2 feet in height shall surround all play areas located in a front yard or adjacent to a public or private street.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 15B.06

History:

34 SR 900

Published Electronically:

January 15, 2010